Foundation Degree in Learning Support

About this programme

Course Fee: To be confirmed Course Duration: 3 Years – Part-Time Location: University Centre, Rotherham Start of Course: September 2026 The Foundation Degree is a vocational programme for those who are involved in learning support as a Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant, Learning Mentor or Volunteer in a learning support setting. All modules are closely related to the work of learning support workers. This is a well-established and popular course with a high achievement rate.The teaching team offers all their students a high level of support and guidance. There is one-to-one support available when needed and studying with us allows you to continue working in your local placement. As the course is validated by the University of Hull, all processes, from admissions through to assessment, are regularly reviewed to ensure that there is compliance with the University’s academic regulations, equivalence in academic standards, appropriate staffing and resources are maintained and that there is a provision of a good quality Higher Education experience for all students on the programme. Study Skills for Higher Education Supporting and Enhancing Learning Social Contexts of Learning Digital Technologies for Learning Working with Professionals and Families Managing Behaviour Communication, Language and Literacy Safeguarding Research Methods Inclusivity Project Module You should be in a paid or voluntary learning support position at a recognised training or education establishment for at least 2 days per week Basic IT skills A good level of English